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As domain names continue to become widespread, the number of people who often look for the best domain names registry on the web also rises. Given such fact, many companies that are mainly concerned on domain names now create a certain development in the primary functions of their company and so opened up to become a domain name registry.

So these days, the evolution of the domain name registry becomes so widespread that many companies on the web are now acting as one. Well, when speaking about the domain name registry, it is interesting to learn that we are basically dealing with an organization or a group that is responsible for assigning domain names for the TLD that they handle. As such, the domain name registry has the duty to make an up to date global DNS tables to which all of the name servers use to resolve the domain names.

For particular mention, one of the best and trusted domain name registry on the web that greatly served the domain name consumers with great and excellent domain name registry services is the InterNIC. But what really is the function of the InterNIC?

Before anything else, the term InterNIC stands for the Internet’s Network Information Center. This domain name registry was founded to give the people with the public information regarding the internet domain name registration services. So to better serve the people with such major purpose, the InterNIC as a domain name registry really function for updating the internet domain name registration frequently.

In terms of the multiple, great services that this domain name registry offers, services like the accredited registrar directory, registrar problem report, Whois data problem report system, the InterNIC FAQ, and the registry whois are mainly included. Each of these services has their own function and distinction. And since we are particularly concerned about the domain name registry in this article, let us then focus on the main points that the InterNIC registry section holds.

The InterNIC is generally a domain name registry for .com, .net, and .org domain names. As such, they really updates all of the information regarding the registered domain names to better feed the domain name consumer with the latest and up-to-date information. It is also interesting to know that for the successful search for their covered top-level domain names will contain only technical information regarding the registered domain name and referral information for the registrar of the domain name.

Today, the InterNIC still continue to serve the domain name consumers with the best services, and as such they continue to create certain developments in the overall system. So if you want to find some of the available domain names, then this domain name registry is just there on the web to serve you.

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What is a DETAGGED domain name? We get asked this question regularly.

Only UK domain names can be detagged. A domain name that has been DETAGGED is no longer hosted on valid name servers.

What happens if there are no longer valid nameservers showing against a domain name?

If no valid name servers are showing this means that any services such e-mail or a web site will no longer work.

Who can DETAG a domain name?

Only a domain registration service or agent can DETAG a domain name. This happens if the relationship between domain name owner and agent expires, for example if the registration fee or renewal fee is not paid.

When are domain names detagged?

Domain names can be detagged at any point after registration. Detagging signifies the end of the relationship between the registration agent and the registrant.

It is not necessarily an indication of whether a domain name is paid for or not.

How can I tell if a domain name is DETAGGED?

You will probably notice that the email or web site associated with the domain name has stopped working.

You can check the status of any registration by doing a WHOIS look-up that will indicate that the domain name is DETAGGED.

How can DETAGGED domain name be retagged?

To restore a DETAGGED domain name, the registrant will need to pay a tag change fee of £15+VAT as of January 2004 to nominet via a registration service. Nominet charge a higher fee to deal direct with the owner.

Can I register a DETAGGED domain name?

A DETAGGED domain name is still registered to the original registrant, and it remains as such until it is either renewed by the current registrant, or it is cancelled. Once cancelled, it immediately becomes available for registration on a first-come, first-served basis.

How long does it take for a DETAGGED domain name to become available for registration?

Nominet contact the owner of each domain that is detagged and confirms if they wish to renew or allow each name to lapse.

If the domain is allowed to lapse then the domain name will be suspended after 21 days and then cancelled between 6-8 weeks after that.

For further information please visit Nominet http://www.nominet.org.uk

By Clare Lawrence 29th September 2003

Clare is the CEO of Discount Domains Ltd a leading UK Domain name registration service.

About The Author

Clare Lawrence is CEO of Discount Domains Ltd – A leading UK provider of Domain name registration and Web Hosting services. Please feel free to re-publish this article provided this reference box remains together with a hyperlink to http://www.discountdomainsuk.com Clare can also be contacted on clare@discountdomainsuk.com

What’s in a name? When choosing one for your domain, it could mean the difference between success and failure. Giving birth to a website requires the same thought and effort you’d put into naming your flesh-and-blood babies. After all, you’re going to have to live with it for a long time.
So you need to choose something you’re not only going to love, but will also work to your benefit.

Let’s begin by examining domain extensions that
are available to you:

1) .COM- Still the King and the best
choice for most online businesses

2) .NET- In the beginning this was meant for ISP’s
but now it’s the most common alternative
when the .com extension of a domain you really
want is already taken.

3) .ORG- Designed for Non-Profit sites

4) .INFO/.BIZ- Fairly new but starting to spread in usage

5) .US- Country extension domains are also availalbe
for most counries

As you can see, you have many extensions available to
choose from but if possible, always go with .com.
It’s the most widely recognized and still
the default people use when looking for a website.

After registering your .com name you may want to “lock up”
the .net version to keep out any would-be competitors
from registering it and trying to
infringe on your traffic. You can also use these
other domains as “mini-sites” that concentrate on
one aspect of your business that also link to your
main website.

The next step is choosing your name. If you ask ten
people how to pick a domain name you’d probably get
ten different answers. Get out a sheet of paper and
just start writing names that appeal to you or that
pop into your head. Keep the following pointers in
mind:

1) Keep it Short- Under 13 characters is the ultimate in length.

2) Include Keywords- If possible, try to include your
most important keyword in your name. You’ll hear many
conflicting stories on this, but opt for a keyword in
your domain name if possible. It helps with the search
engines and is also more descriptive of your site
and what you do.

3) Odd Characters- Stay away from dashes and numbers
in your domain name. This will make it harder for
people to remember it when they go to type it in.

4) Be Memorable: Try to choose something that will
stick out in people’s minds if you can.

5) Spelling: Make sure it’s easy to spell. You don’t
want people mis-typing the name in and not being
able to find you at all, do you?

6) Trademarks: Make sure the name you choose is not
trademarked to avoid any problems down the road.
Do a free quickie search here…
http://www.nameprotect.com/

If you’re having problems coming up with good names
you may want to try an online
“name generator” services for some quick inspiration:

1) NameBoy.com- Type in a primary word or if you
like, a secondary one and hit go. NameBoy will come
back with a list of names showing what is and
isn’t taken.

2) DomainFellow.com- Type in a keyword and choose
a category, then hit search. The list generated
shows what’s available and what’s not.

3) DomainTwister.com- Type in a domain and choose a
theme for a complete list of what is and isn’t
available.

4) DomainGen.com- Type in a primary and secondary
keyword and choose your industry.

5) Maximum Edge: Maximumedge.com/domains/namegenerator.shtml
Type in 1 or 2 keywords to search and click for a list
of possibilities.

For even more tips on domain names check out..
http://www.domainguru.com/

So now that you have taken your list of possibles
and have finally narrowed it down to your best
selections, so where do you go to register your
new found beauties? In part 2 of this series we’ll
discuss some of the cheapest and best places to
register names, the fine art of buying expired and
deleted domains and some of the best domain
management tools to help you keep track of your new
treasures.

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